If you’re looking for the best June wine events to add to your calendar, Germany is absolutely showing off this month! The evenings are longer and wine regions across the country are rolling out everything from castle tastings and riverside wine weeks to courtyard festivals, vineyard hikes, and open-air summer parties. From the Mosel to the Pfalz, Mittelrhein and beyond, June is packed with reasons to grab a glass, plan a day trip, and make the most of wine season in Germany.
Why June Wine Events Are Worth Planning Around in Germany
June is one of the best months for wine travel in Germany because everything finally shifts fully into summer mode. June also comes with some very strategic public holidays including Fronleichnam / Corpus Christi (4 June in many German states) and the Pfingsten / Pentecost long weekend at the start of the month which means extra time off and plenty of opportunities to turn a single vacation day into a full wine-country weekend. Basically: if you’ve been waiting for the perfect time to plan a Germany wine trip, this is it!
June Wine Events in Germany by Region
- June Wine Events in the Baden Region
- June Wine Events in the Franken Wine Region
- June Wine Events in the Mittelrhein Wine Region
- June Wine Events in the Mosel Wine Region
- June Wine Events in the Pfalz Wine Region
- June Wine Events in the Württemberg Wine Region
- Plan Your Next Sip Trip Around These June Wine Events
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June Wine Events in the Baden Region
Kaiserstühler Burgundertour
📍 Bischoffingen, Kaiserstuhl | 📅 4 June 2026 | ⏰ Entry 11:00–15:00 | Stations close 18:00 | Afterparty 18:00–22:00
What: A 6 km guided wine walk through the vineyards around Bischoffingen, with more than 25 wineries and food vendors pouring along the route. The day ends with an afterparty at the Bischoffinger Winzer cooperative.
Why it’s worth it: This is one of the Kaiserstuhl’s biggest wine walk events, and it happens on a public holiday which makes it the perfect excuse for a full day in the vines.
Vibe: Festive, social, well-organized, and very wine-forward.
Don’t miss: The panorama views over the Rhine plain toward the Black Forest and Vosges.
Ihringer Weintage
📍 Ihringen, Kaiserstuhl, Baden | 📅 5–8 June 2026 | 💶 Free entry (pay per glass)
What: A long-weekend wine festival in Ihringen, one of Germany’s warmest and sunniest wine villages, with local Kaiserstuhl wineries pouring Spätburgunder, Grauburgunder, Weissburgunder, and more.
Why it’s worth it: Volcanic soils and warm temperatures give the wines richness and depth, especially the Burgundy varieties.
Vibe: Warm, relaxed, local, and perfect for a Freiburg day trip.
Don’t miss: Ask for wines from the Ihringer Winklerberg, one of the region’s most famous vineyard sites.
Wein und Musik – Staufen
📍 Staufen im Breisgau, Baden | 📅 12–14 June 2026 | 💶 Free entry (pay per glass)
What: An open-air wine and music festival across the market square with live music and wines from the Markgräflerland region.
Why it’s worth it: Staufen is one of Baden’s prettiest small towns, complete with half-timbered houses and a castle ruin on the hill. The local wines, especially Gutedel, are rarely found outside the region.
Vibe: Charming, musical, and easy to reach from Freiburg.
Don’t miss: Try the Gutedel. It’s a light, fresh white wine that’s one of Markgräflerland’s best-kept secrets.
June Wine Events in the Franken Wine Region
Welcome to the land of Silvaner, cellar doors, and bottles shaped like flattened pumpkins (yes, that’s the iconic Bocksbeutel). The Franken wine region is all about mineral-rich whites, medieval market towns, and wine lovers who want culture with their Chardonnay. It’s crisp, it’s classy, and it’s way more fun than the guidebooks let on.
Hofgarten Weinfest Würzburg
📍 Hofgarten Residenz Würzburg | 📅 26 June – 5 July 2026 | 💶 Free entry (pay per glass)
What: A ten-day open-air wine festival in the Hofgarten of the Würzburg Residence, hosted by the Staatlicher Hofkeller with Franconian wines in one of Europe’s most beautiful Baroque garden settings.
Why it’s worth it: The Würzburg Residence is already spectacular. Add golden-hour Frankenwein, palace gardens, and serious Silvaner, and you’ve got one of the most elegant wine festival settings in Germany.
Vibe: Refined and worth planning ahead for.
Don’t miss: Try the Stein-Harfe and Stein wines from Würzburg’s historic vineyard sites.
🍷 Sip Tip: Don’t leave Franken without tasting a Silvaner straight from the source! Book a wine tasting or vineyard tour with one of the region’s best winemakers while you’re nearby.
June Wine Events in the Mittelrhein Wine Region
The Mittelrhein might just be Germany’s best-kept wine secret. Tucked between Bingen and Bonn, this UNESCO World Heritage region is where storybook landscapes meet serious wine. Picture impossibly steep vineyards clinging to dramatic cliffs, half-timbered towns that tumble down to the Rhine, and medieval castles dotting the skyline. But the real magic? The wines. Expect crisp, minerally whites…especially Riesling!
wein date mittelrhein – Leutesdorf
📍 Leutesdorf, Mittelrhein | 📅 6 June 2026 | ⏰ Tasting 11:00–18:00 | After-parties 18:00–23:00 | 💶 €40 early bird / €45 advance / €50 door
What: The biggest collective tasting of the Mittelrhein wine region, with 34 winemakers pouring around 150 wines across five stations in Leutesdorf. One ticket gets you the tasting wines, mineral water, a glass, and public transport within the VRM region.
Why it’s worth it: The Mittelrhein is one of Germany’s smallest and steepest wine regions, so tasting this many producers in one afternoon is a rare treat. You’ll find everything from cult Bacharach estates to Really Grape partner Weingut Philipps-Mühle.
Vibe: Serious wine tasting meets sociable village stroll. Big-day-out energy without feeling like a massive festival.
Don’t miss: Stop by Weingut Philipps-Mühle’s table for a taste of steep-slope Mittelrhein Riesling.
June Wine Events in the Mosel Wine Region
Home of steep slopes, slate soils, and seriously stunning Riesling. The Mosel region is Germany’s most iconic for good reasonExpect crisp, mineral-driven whites, charming medieval villages, and castle views that’ll make you want to cancel your afternoon. If you just moved here, this isn’t your Kroger, Albertson’s, or Target Riesling; get ready to be impressed!
Mosel-Wein-Woche Cochem
📍 Endertplatz, Cochem | 📅 3–8 June 2026 | 💶 Free entry (pay per glass)
What: A six-day wine week in one of the Mosel’s most postcard-perfect towns, with regional wineries pouring Riesling and Sekt on the old Mosel bridge beneath the famous Reichsburg castle.
Why it’s worth it: Cochem already looks like it was designed specifically for your camera roll, and adding six days of Mosel wine makes it even better. Expect riverside pours, castle views, and a proper summer festival atmosphere.
Vibe: Lively, scenic, and great for turning into a longer Mosel getaway.
Don’t miss: The Friday night fireworks over the Mosel and Reichsburg. Get there early for a good riverbank spot.
MITTELRHEIN OFFROAD – Philipps-Mühle
📍 Weingut Philipps-Mühle, St. Goar-Werlau | 📅 12–14 June 2026
What: A mountain bike tour through the steep vineyards of the Mittelrhein with Really Grape partner Weingut Philipps-Mühle, including wine stops at scenic points along the route.
Why it’s worth it: This is not your average wine tasting. You’ll ride through dramatic slate slopes above the Rhine Gorge and experience vineyard terrain most visitors never reach.
Vibe: Active, adventurous, and best for confident riders with a good fitness level.
Don’t miss: The UNESCO Rhine Gorge views from the upper vineyard trails.
Castle Tour with Wine Tasting at Burg Rheinfels
📍 Burg Rheinfels, St. Goar | 📅 19 June 2026 | ⏰ 19:30–21:00 | 💶 €25 adults / €12.50 children
What: An evening guided tour through the ruins of Burg Rheinfels, paired with a five-wine tasting from Really Grape partner Weingut Philipps-Mühle at scenic spots inside the castle. Includes castle entry, pretzel, souvenir wine glass, and glass holder.
Why it’s worth it: This is pure Mittelrhein magic: organic Riesling from steep slate slopes, medieval castle ruins, and golden-hour views over the Rhine. Small group format means you can actually taste, ask questions, and soak it all in.
Vibe: Slow-paced in the best way.
Don’t miss: Wear proper shoes (the ruins are uneven) and save a Riesling moment for the upper terrace views.
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June Wine Events in the Pfalz Wine Region
If Germany’s wine regions had a cool older cousin, it’d be the Pfalz. With sunny weather, vibrant villages, and a wine fest practically every weekend, this place knows how to pour and party. It’s home to bold Rieslings, cozy Straußwirtschaften (aka pop-up wine taverns) and scenic trails perfect for tipsy strolls between vineyard stops.
Owwergasser Winzerkerwe – Edenkoben
📍 Edenkoben | 📅 4–7 June 2026 | 💶 Free entry (pay per glass)
What: A traditional winemakers’ festival in Edenkoben with local wineries, food, fairground rides, and live music over four days.
Why it’s worth it: Edenkoben sits right beneath the Pfalz hills, with Schloss Villa Ludwigshöhe watching over the town. The wines come from local estates you probably won’t find outside the region, which makes this a great discovery stop.
Vibe: Traditional, festive, and ideal for a full afternoon that turns into an evening.
Don’t miss: Take the cable car up to Villa Ludwigshöhe before the festival for sweeping views over the Rhine plain.
Altstadtfest Freinsheim
📍 Freinsheim, Pfalz | 📅 4–7 June 2026 | 💶 Free entry (pay per glass)
What: A wine festival inside the beautifully preserved medieval town of Freinsheim, with local wines, historic streets, and live music across several stages.
Why it’s worth it: Freinsheim is one of the Pfalz’s prettiest wine towns, with old town walls and half-timbered houses. A glass of local wine inside the medieval walls on a warm June evening? Yes, please.
Vibe: Festive and perfect for an evening outing.
Don’t miss: Walk the full circuit of the medieval town walls before you settle in with your first glass.
Open Friday Zellertal
📍 Zellertal | 📅 5 June 2026 | ⏰ 18:00–00:00 | 💶 Free entry (pay per glass/plate)
What: Five Zellertal wineries (including Really Grape partners Weingut Bremer and Schlossgut Lüll) open their courtyards on the same evening for a relaxed wine-hopping night through the village.
Why it’s worth it: One evening, five family-run wineries, no ticket, no pressure. The Zellertal is one of Germany’s most underrated wine corners, with quiet villages, steep vineyards, and winemakers who actually have time to chat.
Vibe: Casual, sociable, and full of local village-festival energy. Easy to navigate on foot.
Don’t miss: Make Weingut Bremer and Schlossgut Lüll two of your stops.
Burg- und Weinfest Wachenheim
📍 Wachenheim an der Weinstraße | 📅 12–14 & 18–21 June 2026 | 💶 Free entry (pay per glass)
What: A romantic wine festival set beneath the illuminated Wachtenburg castle ruins, with regional wines, live music, and a festive atmosphere in one of the Pfalz’s most scenic towns.
Why it’s worth it: The castle backdrop makes this one of the most atmospheric wine festivals in the Pfalz. Add local Riesling, vineyard views, and summer evening lights, and you’ve got peak wine-country magic.
Vibe: Romantic and perfect for an evening outing.
Don’t miss: Stay until after dark when the Wachtenburg is lit up above the village.
🍷 Sip Tip: Planning a trip to the Pfalz to visit one of these June wine events? Pair with a day trip along the Deutsche Weinstrasse!
Rohrbach Wine Festival in the Winemaker Courtyards
📍 Rohrbach, Südliche Weinstraße | 📅 12–15 June 2026 | ⏰ Fri/Sat/Mon from 18:00 | Sun from 11:30 | 💶 Free entry (pay per glass/plate)
What: A four-day village wine festival hosted in Rohrbach’s historic winemaker courtyards, where local producers pour their current vintages alongside regional food.
Why it’s worth it: Courtyard-hopping festivals are one of the best ways to experience real Pfalz wine culture. Small village, local winemakers, long shared tables, and zero tourist polish in the best way.
Vibe: Classic Pfalz village energy with courtyard lights, laughter, Schorle, and a very high chance of staying longer than planned.
Don’t miss: The Sunday lunch session from 11:30 is perfect for a sunny, slower-paced courtyard crawl.
Burgunderweinfest Annweiler
📍 Annweiler am Trifels, southern Pfalz | 📅 19–21 June 2026 | 💶 Free entry (pay per glass)
What: A Pinot-focused wine festival in the shadow of Trifels Castle, with local Spätburgunder, Weissburgunder, Grauburgunder, food, and music over a long summer weekend.
Why it’s worth it: Annweiler sits in the forested Pfälzerwald, giving this festival a totally different feel from the open vineyard towns further north. The Burgundy focus is also a fun chance to taste a side of Pfalz wine that deserves more attention.
Vibe: Relaxed, scenic, and ideal to combine with a castle visit.
Don’t miss: Hike up to Trifels Castle before the festival then reward yourself with Spätburgunder after.
Weinfest an der Römerkelter – Ungstein
📍 Ungstein, Bad Dürkheim | 📅 26–29 June 2026 | 💶 Free entry (pay per glass)
What: A wine festival at the historic Roman wine press in Ungstein, with local wines, food, and live music in one of Pfalz’s most unique settings.
Why it’s worth it: The Römerkelter is a genuine Roman wine press over 2,000 years old, so you’re literally sipping modern Pfalz wine beside ancient wine history.
Vibe: Great for wine lovers who also enjoy a little history with their glass.
Don’t miss: Look for wines from the Ungsteiner Herrenberg vineyard site.
Wein und Musik unter den Linden – Weisenheim
📍 Weisenheim am Sand | 📅 26–29 June 2026 | ⏰ Fri from 18:00 Sat from 16:00 Sun from 11:00 | Mon from 18:00 | 💶 Vineyard hike €20
What: A village wine and music festival centered around the historic linden trees at the Obertor, with winery courtyards, festival stands, and a guided vineyard hike on Saturday.
Why it’s worth it: This is a proper local wine weekend with a mix of courtyard tastings and festival square buzz. The Saturday vineyard hike is the standout: 2.5 hours through the vines with tastings and a souvenir glass included.
Vibe: Relaxed, local, welcoming, and very Palatinate.
Don’t miss: Book the Saturday vineyard hike in advance. It’s excellent value and likely to fill up.
🍷 Sip Tip: Heading to the Pfalz for June wine events? Make it extra juicy with a wine tasting experience at one of our partner wineries!
June Wine Events in the Württemberg Wine Region
Württemberg is Germany’s red wine underdog – home to Trollinger, Lemberger, and surprisingly delicious Rosés. It’s casual, community-focused, and best enjoyed at a fest with live music and a plate of käsespätzle.
BERG & WEIN – Stromberg
📍 Zweifelbergausschank, above Brackenheim | 📅 6–7 June 2026 | ⏰ Sat 16:00–00:00 Sun 11:00–18:00 | 💶 Free entry (pay per glass/food)
What: A summer vineyard festival from Really Grape partner Weingärtner Stromberg-Zabergäu eG, held at their hilltop Zweifelberg stand with panoramic views over the Zabergau valley. Saturday brings DJ, wine, Sekt, cocktails, and a photo booth; Sunday is more relaxed with guitars, cake, coffee, and Sekt.
Why it’s worth it: The view alone is worth the trip. Add local Württemberg wines, a golden-hour hilltop setting, and two completely different event vibes across the weekend, and you’ve got a very solid summer plan.
Vibe: Saturday is party and dance. Sunday is relaxed and family-friendly.
Don’t miss: Saturday golden hour before the DJ starts and on Sunday, the Landfrauen cake.
Afterwork Wine Not? – June Edition
📍 Weinkeller Brackenheim, Brackenheim | 📅 17 June 2026 | ⏰ From 18:00 | 💶 Free entry (pay per glass/food)
What: The June edition of the monthly Afterwork evening at Really Grape partner Weingärtner Stromberg-Zabergäu eG, with street food, wine, cocktails, and a relaxed midweek atmosphere.
Why it’s worth it: No dress code, no wine snobbery, no need to overthink it. Just good Württemberg wine, food, and a fun after-work crowd.
Vibe: Young, relaxed, and more cool wine bar than formal wine event.
Don’t miss: The seasonal wine cocktails made with the cooperative’s own wines.
🍷Sip Tip: Want to turn your Württemberg wine weekend into an actual tasting? Book a visit with one of our partner wineries and taste the region beyond the festival glass.
Plan Your Next Sip Trip Around These June Wine Events
If your June calendar was looking a little too empty, consider this your official permission slip to fix that immediately. Germany’s wine regions are fully in their summer era this month, and the lineup is giving castles, courtyards, vineyard walks, river views, Sekt, and Spätburgunder. Pick your region, pack your SPF, and let these June wine events be the excuse you needed to go sip somewhere beautiful!